Beauden Barrett returned for his first game in more than three weeks to help keep the Hurricanes well on course for Super Rugby's post-season playoffs as they beat the Sharks 30-17 away at King's Park.

Jordie Barrett reminded All Blacks coach Steve Hansen of his World Cup aspirations as he scored two early tries to help the Wellington Hurricanes beat the Waikato Chiefs 47-19 in Super Rugby on Saturday.

The Chiefs face a potentially season-defining clash with the Hurricanes while the Waratahs host the Sharks at what will be just the second match at Sydney's new Bankwest Stadium. Follow all the team listings for Round 11 here.